Auli- a sleeping hamlet| Charming Hill station
I would say Auli itself is an amazing place to explore in summer as you must go for Gorson Bugyal as the places are one of the best places in Uttarakhand you must visit and offers mesmerizing snowcapped mountains with breathtaking weather. With stunning landscape and topography, this place is heaven for the adventure and nature lovers. This place is quite popular as a Ski destination and recently hosted National winter games. Yes, you get it right. I’m talking about Auli.
Auli is a remote destination of Uttarakhand. Very few people have heard about it. That’s why Auli is considered as a pristine destination and an excellent choice to escape your fast-paced city life.
From the last 3–4 years, Auli is in trending destination of Uttarakhand. Auli is a popular ski resort in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand. The sheer beauty of Auli is divine &enthrals the tourists with scenic beauty. Auli is endowed with beautiful mountains, verdant rich Coniferous, Oak forests with the sight of glorious mountain peaks as Durnagiri, Mt Nanda Devi, Mana Parwat, Dunagiri, Kamet, Hathi Parbat, Ghori Parbat, etc. Snow skiing is the main tourist attraction at Auli. The ride on beautiful scenic trails is a great experience for all skiers. Apart from Skiing, this place has lots of interesting things to experience.
What you can Experience here
Auli has so much to explore. Around the breathtaking views, sipping a cup of tea with your partner is always a great experience. Isn’t it? So don’t miss out, these fabulous chances while you’re touring this wonderful hamlet. Whenever you have free time just grab the chance, which helps you to create some lifetime memories! These are the things you can try on your trip-
- Stunning view of Himalayan mountains — Natural vistas, panoramic views of Himalayan peaks, lush wooded vegetation and green pastures give Auli a colorful look. Auli offers a pristine view of various snow peaks & mountains like Nanda Devi peak, Kamet parvat, Chaukhamba peak, Trishul peak, Hathi Parbat, etc that enlighten you and fill with joy & excitement.
- Highest artificial lake- Auli has the world’s highest man-made lake. This artificial lake is in the middle of the slopes of the mountain. This beautiful lake is surrounded by colorful flowers which enhance the beauty of this lake. The reason for creating this lake was to produce snow for skiing/winter games during less snowfall but this lake is adding a lot to the beauty of Auli.
- Skiing in Winters- Auli is one of the best skiing destinations in India. Every year Winter sports and skiing championship organized here which attracts lots of tourists not only from India but all over the world. After the first snowfall of winter in December skiing start here. If you know how to ski than it is well and good but if you don’t then there you can enroll in 1 to 2 week paid course which is organized by GMVN. This snowy excitement goes on all the way till March. The Ski resort provides skiers with the necessary equipment and all facilities. Facilities of the chair lift and a ski lift are also available for skiers with the objective of conserving their time and labor.
- Asia’s second-highest and longest ropeway — Auli ropeway is one of the major attractions in Auli which offers a splendid view of great mountains. It is the second-highest and longest ropeway after Gulmarg Gondola Cable Car of Gangtok in Asia with total 4 km distance. The ropeway is board from both Joshimath and Auli. The fair is approx 500–1000 per person for a round trip. The chair lift is also available which only moves from Auli to Ski-resort and vice-versa at 300per-person.
How to Plan a trip to Auli(For Solo/group travelers)?
Hill station packages of Uttarakhand
Is it safe for Solo girl/ lady traveler?
Today women/girl’s safety is a major issue and it is also a point of concern for everyone associated with them. But if you are travel to Uttarakhand than you don’t have to worry about your safety because you will not face any such situation in Devbhoomi but it is always recommended to take guidance from any reputed tour operator locally. Here people are humble, cooperative, helpful and guide you in the right direction if you are in any problem. Correct planning & proper execution will ensure best & lifetime cherishing trip for Solo lady/girl trip.
Places of attraction near Auli
- Narsingh Temple, Joshimath — Joshimath, is the common halt for all the places like Auli, Badrinath, Valley of Flower, Hemkund Sahib. Narsingh Temple is a popular temple in the Joshimath which is at walking distance from the Joshimath bus stand. It is famous for its architecture and some prophecy.
- Valley of Flower- I don’t thinkValley of flowers national parks need any introduction. To go Valley of flowers you have to reach Govindghat which is 20 away from Joshimath. After that, you have to trek to 14 to Ghangaria and then 4km….(read complete post here)
